Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Genus:
Species:
lyrata
ID:
422972

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.Br.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1810

Citation Micro:
Prodr. Fl. Nov. Holland. : 580 (1810)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000422304

Common Names

  • Velleia lyrata
  • Lyrata Velleia
  • Lyrata Velle

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Synonyms

  • Velleia dichotoma Auct. ex DC. [unknown]

Description

Velleia lyrata (also called Lyre-leaved Velleia, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 0.6 m in height. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Africa, and Australia. It typically grows in moist, sandy soils in open grasslands and along the edges of wetlands.

Uses & Benefits

Velleia lyrata is used in traditional medicine for treating skin diseases and as an antiseptic. It is also used as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Velleia lyrata are small and white, with 3 petals and 3 sepals. The seeds are small, black, and contained in a capsule. The seedlings are small and have a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Velleia lyrata is a small, perennial herb that is native to Australia. It is easy to propagate from seed or by division of the clumps. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.

Where to Find Velleia lyrata

Velleia lyrata can be found in the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Portugal, Italy, and Greece.

Velleia lyrata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Velleia lyrata?

Velleia lyrata

What is the natural habitat of Velleia lyrata?

Velleia lyrata is found in tropical and subtropical forests of Africa, Asia, and Australia.

What are the common names of Velleia lyrata?

Common names of Velleia lyrata include African wild ginger, African wildflower, and African wildflower ginger.

Species in the Goodeniaceae family

Anthotium humile, Anthotium junciforme, Anthotium odontophyllum, Anthotium rubriflorum, Brunonia australis, Coopernookia barbata, Coopernookia chisholmii, Coopernookia georgei, Coopernookia polygalacea, Coopernookia scabridiuscula, Coopernookia strophiolata, Crossotoma spinescens, Crossotoma oleoides, Dampiera adpressa, Dampiera alata, Dampiera altissima, Dampiera angulata, Dampiera anonyma, Dampiera atriplicina, Dampiera candicans, Dampiera carinata, Dampiera cervula, Dampiera cinerea, Dampiera conospermoides, Dampiera coronata, Dampiera decurrens, Dampiera deltoidea, Dampiera dentata, Dampiera discolor, Dampiera diversifolia, Dampiera dysantha, Dampiera eriantha, Dampiera eriocephala, Dampiera fasciculata, Dampiera ferruginea, Dampiera fitzgeraldensis, Dampiera fusca, Dampiera galbraithiana, Dampiera glabrescens, Dampiera haematotricha, Dampiera hederacea, Dampiera heteroptera, Dampiera incana, Dampiera juncea, Dampiera krauseana, Dampiera lanceolata, Dampiera latealata, Dampiera lavandulacea, Dampiera leptoclada, Dampiera lindleyi,